Apparatus and method for turning a track bushing
CA 1255479 A · Owner: Caterpillar Inc. · Inventors: Garman, James A.
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21-, Abstract of the Disclosure, Apparatus and Method For Turning a Track Bushing Apparatus and method of turning a bushing of a track chain link assembly is disclosed which enables the bushing to be turned in place in the link assembly thereby eliminating the need to disassemble the link assembly in order to effect the bushing turn. The apparatus includes clamping means having three jaws for clamping the bushing, each of which has a deformable insert of an aluminum alloy so that upon, application of the clamping force the shape of insert, can change to accommodate one-sided sprocket wear on the bushing and insure intimate clamping contact therewith. Each of the deformable inserts is …
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- Granted June 13, 1989. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended June 13, 2006.
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